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. 1986 Aug;27(8):986-9.
doi: 10.1136/gut.27.8.986.

Balloon dilatation in achalasia: a new dilator

J Cox, G K Buckton, J R Bennett

Balloon dilatation in achalasia: a new dilator

J Cox et al. Gut. 1986 Aug.

Abstract

A newly available balloon dilator for the treatment of achalasia and its advantages over existing instruments are discussed. Our experience with its use in seven patients is described.

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